The Earthquakes aimed to shore up their midfield to open the August transfer window as they announced the signing of Ronaldo Vieira, who has played in Italy since 2018.

Vieira most recently played for UC Sampdoria in Serie B, the nation’s second league, after the team was relegated in 2022-23. He played in 21 matches last season for Sampdoria, including 12 starts, recording one assist. Overall in Italy, he has played 118 matches and also played 63 matches for Leeds United in England’s second-division Championship league between 2015 and his departure for Sampdoria in 2018. He also went on loan to Torino FC and Hellas Verona during his time in Italy.

The 27-year-old’s deal runs through the 2026 season and has club options for 2027 and 2028.

While his visa request is processed, Vieira won

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